Physics and Philosophy
The Revolution in Modern Science
On Sale: 05/08/2007
Physics and Philosophy
The Revolution in Modern Science
On Sale: 05/08/2007
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About the Book
The seminal work by one of the most important thinkers of the twentieth century, Physics and Philosophy is Werner Heisenberg's concise and accessible narrative of the revolution in modern physics, in which he played a towering role. The outgrowth of a celebrated lecture series, this book remains as relevant, provocative, and fascinating as when it was first published in 1958. A brilliant scientist whose ideas altered our perception of the universe, Heisenberg is considered the father of quantum physics; he is most famous for the Uncertainty Principle, which states that quantum particles do not occupy a fixed, measurable position. His contributions remain a cornerstone of contemporary physics theory and application.
Critical Praise
“A giant of modern physics.” — New York Times
“Philosophically, the implications of quantum mechanics are psychedelic. . . . [a] mind-expanding discovery.” — Gary Zukav, author of The Seat of the Soul
-Product Details
- ISBN: 9780061209192
- ISBN 10: 0061209198
- Imprint: Harper Perennial Modern Classics
- On Sale: 05/08/2007
- Pages: 256
- List Price:21.99 CAD
- BISAC1 : SCIENCE / Physics / Mathematical & Computational
- BISAC2 : SCIENCE / Philosophy & Social Aspects
- BISAC3 : SCIENCE / Physics / Quantum Theory